Astronomy is the beginning of all science, and today, as thousands of years ago, people look up at the heavens with fascination. Knuth Seim's 'Stargazer' is no exception - armed with a long telescope, he gazes at the glittering firmament. Seim depicts him with almost dramatic body tension: His feet are slightly angled for a secure stance and his head is tilted far back as he tries to capture his target. With the Stargazer, Seim, born in 1961 in Karl-Marx-Stadt (Chemnitz), returns to his artistic roots. The trained stonemason and studied sculptor has mostly worked in a simple, reduced formal language since a study visit to Senegal, but here he once again realises his motif in a completely figurative and realistic manner. The figure was originally created as a design for a group of sculptures for Märkischer Platz in the 'City of Optics' in Rathenow. Sculpture cast in bronze using the lost wax technique, chiselled and patinated. Limited edition of 199 pieces, signed and numbered. Format 12 x 40 x 10 cm (W/H/D). Weight approx. 2.5 kg. Exclusively at ars mundi.
Sculpture in fine bronze, patinated, cast by hand using the lost wax technique. Limited edition of 75 pieces, numbered and signed, with certificate. Size 25 x 11 x 25 cm (h/w/d). Weight approx. 14.5 kg.
Sculpture in fine bronze, patinated, cast by hand using the lost wax technique. Limited edition of 75 pieces, numbered and signed, with certificate. Size 24 x 30 x 26 cm (h/w/d). Weight approx. 16.5 kg.
Sculpture in fine bronze, patinated, cast by hand using the lost wax technique. Limited edition of 75 pieces, numbered and signed, with certificate. Size 39 x 42 x 35 cm (h/w/d). Weight approx. 27.5 kg.
Leda' is Kristin Kolb's first sculpture from a series of 13 life-size children's sculptures, mostly combined with a bird. She finds her inspiration in the Old Masters and Greek mythology. From the Greek mythological tale of seduction 'Leda and the Swan', she constructed a reversal of the story in which she depicts the figure as a strong and self-confident girl who confronts the energetic swan. Sculpture in fine bronze, cast using the lost wax technique, chiselled, polished and patinated by hand. Limited edition of 5 and 2 E.A. copies, numbered, signed and hallmarked with the foundry stamp. Size approx. 122 x 78 x 95 cm (h/w/d). Weight approx. 119 kg.
Kristin Kolb's falcon is animal art of the highest calibre. The bird of prey is depicted in a moment of tension and with a sharp gaze: It is still watching, assessing its target, but in the next fraction of a second it will swoop down. Sculpture in fine bronze, cast using the lost wax technique, chiselled, polished and patinated by hand. Limited edition of 99 pieces, numbered, monogrammed, signed and hallmarked with the foundry and ars mundi stamp. With numbered certificate of authenticity and limitation certificate. Size approx. 30 x 16 x 18 cm (h/w/d). Weight approx. 3.3 kg. ars mundi exclusive edition.
Sculpture in bronze on a natural wood base, cast using the lost wax technique, chiselled, polished and patinated by hand. Limited edition of 49 pieces, individually numbered, monogrammed and hallmarked with the foundry and ars mundi stamp. With numbered certificate of authenticity and limitation certificate. Size incl. natural wood base approx. 42 x 22 x 24 cm (h/w/d). Weight approx. 7.7 kg. ars mundi exclusive edition.
Artful seduction! She is the goddess of love, beauty, erotic desire and sensual pleasure and was one of the most important deities in ancient Rome for good reason - Venus. Inspired by ancient models, detail artist Krystian Xaver has succeeded in bringing Venus into the present day with a modern formal language and sensitive eroticism, giving her a contemporary aesthetic. The centre of his depiction is the expressive female torso. Wrapped in a fine cloth, accentuated by a gold-coloured finish, he surrounds the sculpture with a mysterious tension that stimulates the viewer's imagination and leaves room for their own interpretations. Krystian Xaver's Venus fascinates with its detailed, charming depiction of sensual femininity.sculpture in bronze, cast using the lost wax technique, chiselled by hand, partially polished in gold and partially patinated in bronze. Limited edition of 499 pieces, numbered, signed and hallmarked with the ars mundi and foundry stamp. With numbered certificate of authenticity and limitation certificate. Size with base approx. 16.5 x 20 x 8 cm (h/w/d). Weight approx. 2.8 kg. ars mundi exclusive edition.
Artful seduction! She is the goddess of love, beauty, erotic desire and sensual pleasure and was one of the most important deities in ancient Rome for good reason - Venus. Inspired by ancient models, detail artist Krystian Xaver has succeeded in bringing Venus into the present day with a modern formal language and sensitive eroticism, giving her a contemporary aesthetic. The centre of his depiction is the expressive female torso. Wrapped in a fine cloth, accentuated by a gold-coloured finish, he surrounds the sculpture with a mysterious tension that stimulates the viewer's imagination and leaves room for their own interpretations. Krystian Xaver's Venus fascinates with its detailed, charming depiction of sensual femininity.sculpture in bronze, cast using the lost wax technique, chiselled by hand, partially patinated in dark red and gilded with hammered metal. Limited edition of 499 pieces, numbered, signed and hallmarked with the ars mundi and foundry stamp. With numbered certificate of authenticity and limitation certificate. Size with base approx. 16.5 x 20 x 8 cm (h/w/d). Weight approx. 2.8 kg. ars mundi exclusive edition.
Finely balanced, this sculpture almost seems to float and radiates a stunning lightness despite the massiveness of its arches.brushed bronze sculpture. On a black, polished granite base. Limited edition of 18 pieces, numbered and signed. Sculpture size 17 x 42 x 11 cm (H/W/D). Weight approx. 8 kg. Granite plinth size 2 x 25 x 15 cm (h/w/d). Weight approx. 5 kg.
The curves and spirals of this sculpture, which the artist has moulded from strips of different widths, radiate unbridled energy. It looks like an upward-striving whirlpool that could go on forever.brushed bronze sculpture. On a black, polished granite base. Limited edition of 18 pieces, numbered and signed. Sculpture size 65 x 20 x 20 cm (H/W/D). Weight approx. 9.9 kg. Granite plinth size 8 x 18 x 18 cm (h/w/d). Weight approx. 8.6 kg.
Soaring arches and edges form a dynamic sculpture reminiscent of a whirling tap dance.Sculpture in dark patinated bronze with polished edges. On a black granite base. Limited edition of 10 pieces, numbered and signed. Sculpture size 64 x 20 x 25 cm (h/w/d). Weight approx. 6.6 kg. Granite plinth size 8 x 18 x 18 cm (h/w/d). Weight approx. 8.6 kg.
No matter from which side it is viewed, this sweeping sculpture always opens up new perspectives and invites you to reposition it again and again.brushed bronze sculpture. Mounted on a black, polished granite base. Limited edition of 10 pieces, numbered and signed. Size including base 40 x 15 x 15 cm (H/W/D). Total weight approx. 6.5 kg.
The ginkgo tree is considered a living fossil, as it has existed almost unchanged for millions of years. A symbol of resilience and endurance. The artist emphasises the calm and harmonious aesthetics of the characteristically fan-shaped ginkgo leaves with the warm, shiny gold plating.sculpture made of gold-plated brass, signed. On a white, polished granite base. Sculpture size 32 x 14 x 8 cm (H/W/D). Weight approx. 0.24 kg. Granite base size 9 x 9 x 9 cm (h/w/d). Weight approx. 1.4 kg.
The intertwined spirals radiate powerful elegance and offer a wide range of possible associations.brushed bronze sculpture. On a black, polished granite base. Limited edition of 10 pieces, numbered and signed. Sculpture size 25 x 49 x 20 cm (H/W/D). Weight approx. 8 kg. Granite plinth size 3 x 25 x 20 cm (h/w/d). Weight approx. 4 kg.
The calm, centred perfection of the circle is interrupted here by the artist with open ends, giving the sculpture a dynamic all of its own.unique piece made of red powder-coated steel, signed. Size 45 x 23 cm (Ø/D). Weight approx. 8 kg.
The wall sculpture radiates a pleasant sense of calm thanks to the soft pastel and blue tones of the coloured surfaces, despite the different wave-shaped surfaces, so that the eye likes to linger on it.wall sculpture made of lacquered, curved hard foam. Unique piece. Size 53 x 70 x 10 cm (H/W/D). Weight approx. 1.8 kg.
The owl gazes relaxed into the distance. Anyone who succeeds in artistically capturing the essence of an animal in this way is a master like the important animal sculptor Kurt Arentz. Sculpture in fine bronze, cast using the lost wax technique, chiselled, polished and patinated by hand. Limited world edition of 499 copies, numbered and signed. Size 6.5 x 12 x 5.5 cm (h/w/d). Weight approx. 0.6 kg. ars mundi exclusive edition.
This masterpiece by Kurt Arentz also shows much more than just a bronze image of nature. Owls are not only a symbol of wisdom, but also of partnership, family, care and loyalty. Sculpture in fine bronze, cast by hand using the lost wax technique, patinated and polished by hand. Limited world edition of 149 pieces, numbered and signed. Height incl. base 14 cm.
The donkey as a personality by Kurt Arentz - exclusively at ars mundi. Kurt Arentz's (1934-2014) reputation as a sculptor rests on two pillars: his portraits of famous personalities and his depictions of animals made him internationally recognised. In both subjects, the artist went beyond the mere 'portrait'. While Arentz formed his motifs freehand, he was not only in search of a realistic depiction, but was above all interested in portraying character - in both humans and animals. The claim of 'likeness' is therefore not merely an anatomical one, even if Arentz mastered this task like hardly anyone else. And just as many a person portrayed by him confirmed to the artist that they recognised their 'inner self' in a bust made by Arentz, the artist also aimed at the character of the subject in his depictions of animals. His young pair of donkeys, for example, is not only an impressively precise depiction of the foals, captured exactly in their anatomy and movement, but also a depiction of their playfulness and carefree joie de vivre. Just like the people portrayed by Arentz, they too are 'personalities' and recognisable as such. With this sensitive and heart-warming character study, he has created a loving monument to the sociable, loyal companion. Sculpture in fine bronze, cast using the lost wax technique, chiselled, polished and patinated by hand. Taken directly from the original and reduced in size. Limited edition of 199 pieces, numbered, signed and hallmarked with the foundry and ars mundi stamp. With numbered certificate of authenticity and limitation certificate. Format approx. 21 x 24.5 x 10 cm (h/w/d). Weight approx. 3.2 kg. ars mundi exclusive edition.
The German sculptor Kurt Arentz (1934-2014) was able to bring his very own side to the classic subject of animal sculpture. Although Arentz always emphasised the typical features of the animals, he never strived for naturalistic perfection. He left the surfaces uneven and visibly textured, giving each of his figures a very individual character - as is the case with this donkey foal, which is attentively observing its surroundings and planning new journeys of discovery. Sculpture in fine bronze, cast using the lost wax technique, chiselled, patinated and polished by hand. Limited world edition of 25 copies, numbered and signed. Size approx. 11 x 18 x 21 cm (h/w/d). Weight approx. 3.1 kg.
The German sculptor Kurt Arentz (1934-2014) was able to bring his very own side to the classic subject of animal sculpture. Although Arentz always emphasised the typical features of the animals, he never strived for naturalistic perfection. He left the surfaces uneven and visibly structured, giving each of his figures a very individual character - as is the case with this donkey, which observes its surroundings in a carefree and relaxed manner. Sculpture in fine bronze, cast using the lost wax technique, chiselled, polished and patinated by hand. Taken directly from the original and reduced in size. Limited edition of 199 pieces, numbered, signed and hallmarked with the foundry and ars mundi stamp. With numbered certificate of authenticity and limitation certificate. Format approx. 23.5 x 20 x 7 cm (h/w/d). Weight approx. 1.7 kg. ars mundi exclusive edition.
Kurt Arentz's works are neither true-to-life representations nor ingenious abstractions, which is precisely why they achieve the greatest expressive power. The artist penetrates to the actual essence, to the species-typical nature of each modelled animal. This also applies to the symbol of world peace, his dove of peace, which is per se both a symbol and an animal. The artist, who experienced the war as a child, provides it with the abstract peace attribute of the globe, but at the same time leaves the bird's naturalistic form (moulded in his artistic handwriting). Sculpture made of fine bronze, cast using the lost wax technique, patinated by hand and partially gilded. Black diabase base. Limited edition of 499 pieces, numbered and signed. Exclusively at ars mundi. Format 20 x 26 x 19 cm (W/H/D), base format 8 x 8 x 8 cm (W/H/D). Weight 4 kg.
In their tender togetherness, elephants are not only a symbol and guardian of domestic happiness, but also symbolise partnership and loyalty. With their strength and vigour, they protect everyone who is close to them: Because an elephant places great value on love, family and friendship. Exclusively at ars mundi: sculpture group in fine bronze, cast by hand using the lost wax technique, patinated and polished by hand. Limited world edition of 199 pieces, numbered and signed. Size 22 x 12 x 11.5 cm (W/H/D), weight 3 kg.
